Offshore and LNG

From offshore wind turbine maintenance and LNG applications to safe load handling on drilling platforms and lifting operations on supply vessels – Columbus McKinnon provides robust, corrosion-resistant lifting and drive solutions designed for the most demanding environments.

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What We Can Do for You

Our lifting, drive, and crane systems are not only designed for traditional offshore operations but also engineered specifically for the requirements of LNG terminals and liquefaction facilities. We deliver solutions that withstand extreme climates and offer high corrosion protection and explosion-proof configurations.

Typical Solutions for Offshore Applications

Our portfolio is built to ensure safety and efficiency, enabling reliable work even under extreme environmental conditions. Discover how our solutions help overcome challenges in harsh operating environments.

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Solutions for wind farms and LNG terminals

OFFSHORE WIND FARM

These innovative davit cranes are engineered to withstand harsh marine conditions, ensuring long-term reliability and operational safety. Equipped with advanced safety features such as overload protection and emergency stop systems, 48 of these cranes are currently in use at the Westermeerwind wind farm in the Netherlands.

LNG TERMINAL TIANJIN

This project in northern China features LNG hoists built to Safety Level 1. The hoists are based on the SH 60 Ex wire rope hoist and are installed on slewing cranes mounted on LNG tanks. Offering a lifting height of 58 meters and capacities up to 3,500 kg, they are designed for demanding LNG operations.

GATE TERMINAL ROTTERDAM

All three storage tanks are equipped with Safety Level 3A LNG lifting technology. The wire rope hoists, featuring two independently driven rope drums with 2,400 kg capacity each, are used for maintenance of the LNG pumps inside the tanks

GALVANIC ANODE REPLACEMENT

The modified OMEGA wire rope winch is specifically designed for the replacement of sacrificial anodes—typically made of zinc—which protect steel structures from corrosion. The winch allows maintenance crews to lift these heavy blocks along guide ropes to the working platform for efficient replacement.

MAINTENANCE HATCHES

Our spindle lifting elements, such as the SHE in corrosion-resistant design, are widely used in wind turbines to open and close maintenance hatches safely and reliably, even in strong winds.

CARGO HANDLING ON SUPPLY VESSELS

A supply vessel delivers spare parts, tools, chemicals, and gas cylinders to offshore platforms. Chain hoists such as the Yalelift 360 are used for loading and unloading supplies as well as for internal material handling on the ship.

Our Bestsellers for Demanding Environments

The solutions shown here are only a selection of our technologies for offshore and LNG applications. Our products are designed to deliver maximum safety, stability, and performance — even in the most extreme operating conditions.

Brands for Offshore and LNG Applications

STAHL CraneSystems

Offshore-capable hoists and cranes with optional ATEX certification for hazardous zones.

Pfaff-silberblau

High-capacity winches and lifting systems designed for LNG facilities and offshore maintenance.

Yale

Rugged, mobile hoists and hydraulic tools suited for platform and terminal applications – with ATEX versions available.

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Additional Equipment

Lifting Accessories

In offshore and LNG environments, TIGRIP® lifting accessories have been a benchmark for safety and durability for more than 35 years. Handling modules, pipes, valves, containers, or heavy equipment requires devices built for extreme loads and harsh environmental exposure. Our range includes clamps, grabs, lifting beams, C-hooks, magnets, crane forks, and customized lifting solutions proven in offshore operations.

Grabs

Lifting clamps

Wire Grips

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Lifting lugs and C-hooks

Spring balancers

Permanent lifting magnets

Load handling device for underground constructions

Spreader Beams

Crane forks

Crane Weighers

Material Handling Solutions

Our systems are engineered for offshore platforms, LNG terminals, and coastal industrial zones, where temperature variations, vibration, and corrosion are constant challenges. Stationary scissor lifts, winches, and modular conveyor systems help ensure safe, efficient workflows and high availability under demanding maritime conditions.